Entrée: United States – Pan-Seared T-Bone Steak with Herb Butter

Food safety reminder: Follow safe food-handling practices and use a food thermometer to verify safe internal cooking temperatures.

Serving Size: 1

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 10 min

Additional 5 min

Total 25 min

Ingredients

1 T-bone steak, about 1.5 inches thick, about 16 oz (454 g)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
3 tbsp (45 g) unsalted butter
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp fresh chives, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed

Instructions

1. **Prepare the Steak**: Allow the T-bone steak to reach room temperature. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
2. **Heat the Pan**: Heat the vegetable oil in a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke slightly.
3. **Sear the Steak**: Add the T-bone steak to the skillet. Sear for 4-5 minutes on one side without moving it, until a deep brown crust forms.
4. **Flip and Butter**: Flip the steak and add the butter, thyme, chives, and crushed garlic to the skillet. Continuously spoon the melted butter over the steak for another 4-5 minutes, cooking to your desired doneness.
5. **Rest the Steak**: Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
6. **Serve**: Drizzle the steak with the herb-infused butter from the skillet and serve immediately, enjoying the rich flavors with a side of your choice.